Trigz Dead, Chris Brown's Tattoo Artist Shot & Killed In Shocking Hollywood Shooting: Karrueche Tran's Beau Shares 'RIP' Instagram Photo, Fans & Celebs Pay Tribute On Twitter
Famous celebrity tattoo artist Trigz was shot and killed in Hollywood on Thursday (October 9th). Trigz inked several big-name celebs including Chris Brown, Travis Barker, Wiz Khalifa, and Tyga. According to TMZ, the body art genius got into a verbal fight with an unidentified man outside of a popular smoke shop in broad daylight. The gunman shot 40-year-old Trigz and ran off, leaving him to die right at the scene.
Details surrounding the actual arguement and shooting still remain hazy. The infamous gossip webloid reports that the altercation took place outside of North Hollywood's Black Derby Smoke Shop, while the Daily Mail reports that things first got heated inside of the 5150 Tattoo & Body Piercing parlor in Laurel Canyon. Witnesses claim that four shots were heard before Trigz's body was found.
Whatever the case, the LA coroner's office confirmed Michael Christopher Pebley's death on Friday morning. Authorities are still looking for a suspect (Hispanic male in thirties) driving a four-door white Honda Accord.
Trigz (aka, Mr. Trigger) was a beloved member of the worldwide artist group, The Seventh Letter. He specialized in piercings at Sincity Tattoo in Pacoima. He was also well-known throughout the graffiti world. Trigz leaves behind a wife, five children, and a huge group of loyal fans and friends.
Following Trigz' shocking death, Breezy shared this "RIP" tribute on Instagram:
chrisbrownofficial: "RIP TRIGZ!!!"
Several others also expressed their condolences and sorrow on Twitter:
@_YurHighnesss: "May your soul rest in paradise. Praying for your family man. #RIPTrigz #KingTrigz."
@MrSagerss: "Sad night in the secret society. RIP TRIGZ."
@DanteRoss: "RIP Trigz condolences to his family and loved ones."
@birdmanphotos: "Trigz being sneaky with some 40s #RIPTrigz #trigz #dms #j4f."
@lexxaay_28 : "You're in a better place, far away from this cold world #riptrigz."
@travisbarker: "Rest In Peace @trigztero When I heard the news I didn't wanna believe it. Sick to my stomach. You were a great friend. A great Dad / family man and great everything. They don't make em like you. Gone to soon, you will be greatly missed by many. Love u brother #RIPMRTRIGZ ."
@capp_1: "RIP to the big homie Trigz... family in my prayers... rest easy G."
@chrisbrown: " RIP homie. Shit it crazy!"
In honor of his late father, one of Trigz's sons started a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses.
Thoughts and condolences go out to Trigz's family, friends, co-workers, and fans.